2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nitro | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |